Thanks for review. I bought the new Rigid drawers. They actually have them out !! Then I come home and realized they are too heavy. Cant please a customer I guess,, hehe. I had to return them they just were not for me . I go up and down stairs with the different Rigid boxes in and out of customers homes, stairs, truck, etc. I was almost looking at the smaller Husky Connect 22 system. They have smaller drawers, and look very portable and easy to access just by stacking them how you want the drawers etc. Only problem on those is, the wheels dont clear steps. So if you have a couple steps to roll down, and roll to your truck. I dont think the wheels are no where near as good as the Rigid system. The tip you gave on the top small box, tilting it back on the Gen 1 is golden. You put it on top , and you can set up a few lighter things there to set up a work station !
I'm glad they made the old and new compatible. I was an early adopter of these when they hit the market. I have a dozen or so and love them. I like the upgrades you demonstrate and have been waiting to see them compete with the versatility and organization of their competitors. The mix of the old and new will be really helpful on the job site.
I never knew you could open the lid all the way! Thanks for the tip and the details. I really like the bottom unit having front latches and being able to open stacked boxes without dropping the handle.
I use these boxes for my photography kit (along with Kaizen Inserts) and absolutely love them. I just learned about the 2.0 and the creepy youtube algorithm decided to show me this video! Thank you so much for the detail. I appreciate seeing the wall brackets. I could not tell from the HD site that they were so large. Makes more sense now. I also did not know that the lid could open all the way! Does the new system still have the slots for the security bar? I do not see them. That's something I like having because I leave my gear on the sidelines at some large sporting events and it's nice to know someone can't lift one of the smaller boxes and walk off. Thanks agian!
you should make a video on what that looks like. Im thinking of adding kaizen foam and water proof plug that way I can charge laptop and batteries etc.
I've known about the integrated wire that holds up the v1.0 box lid for a long time, but it never occurred to me it could be popped off! Very cool, thanks for pointing that out!
I've got two sets of the "old style" and have been happy with them. I did check out the 2.0 but the boxes seem thinner and not as ridgid and the rolling cart handles have a tendence to break. If they still had the orginal veresion I'd gladly buy another set, I'll pass on the 2.0 version.
2.0 ones are great, but i do wish a different locking system when stacking them up, i'm not too confident about the latch style, i prefer a more secure fit that's easy on, and easy out, that's my only gripe.
Great review Thanks. I like my Ridgid 1.0 but the 2.0 latches are a HUGE improvement. Can't beat the price compared to pack out. Glad they made it compatible with the 1.0 nice job Ridgid. Now let's check out the FLEX system next.
Check out my videos on the med and large box. The large box with removable wheels is nice and I show the wall cleats. ua-cam.com/video/QyJNJ8qxq1w/v-deo.html
Cager, what in particular bothers you about the v1.0 latches? I've never really had a large problem with mine, except for ONE that had its padlock loop mis-stamped at the factory, giving it a small but very sharp point sticking out. Had to file off that pointy flaw, or else it kept scratching/cutting my hand when I'd close the latch. But that one latch is the only I'd ever seen with that issue.
My HD In Massachusetts selling these GEN1 boxes for $20! Great deal. I bought a few of them. Love the GEN1. Aside from the small parts box I’m not too excited about the GEN2. I’ll wait until the dust settles on this roll out.
I have to wonder if Ridgid/HD are trying to push the v1.0 boxes out of stock and gone forever as quickly as possible. This is by contrast with how DeWalt's ToughSystem 1.0 boxes were phased out over a rather long time... you can still get 'em in some places. The combination of really low v1.0 current pricing, plus the sudden disappearance of all stock in my area despite the fact they've been discounted for the past 5-6 weeks (before anybody even knew that a v2.0 was getting released!) is pretty worrying. I like my v1.0 stuff, and I hope they're still available for a while... not to mention at this time, they're about 40% cheaper.
I live in St. Thomas USVI and I got the large box with wheels for $89.98. When I saw it, I grabbed it immediately as it was 1 of 2 available. I hope we get the medium box and the small box as well as the small parts organizers. I have all of the gen 1 boxes including the cooler, the 28 inch rolling tool box and the pro box basket. I wish i could find the circle toolbox, but that is a unicorn. Thanks for your videos.
I passed on the round box so many times, even on clearance… should have picked one up just for the novelty, but not being able to stack on it, was useless.
@@donniestoolthoughts9209 if you come accross a round toolbox - please let me know, I will buy it. I'm interested in the husky hybrid stackable toolbox bags too.
Some of the ryobi wall brackets are interesting, but overpriced. Ridgid is including the brackets. I show them on the wall at the end of the large box video.
I don't live in Europe so I can't affordably attain the Milwaukee PACKOUT system in black. PACKOUT is just too flashy and screams "steal me!" This seems like a good alternative, if not as extensive as the PACKOUT system.
Why don't they make large drawer boxes , so you can get tools without uncoupling your rolling set-up ?? I'm almost considering switching , even though I have the Rigid rolling tool box set up now...
Love the brackets 16" on center. I have a few of the old boxes and I really find value in them for the money. Looking forward to seeing what else comes out. Maybe ill get the cooler for Christmas XD
@@donniestoolthoughts9209 ha ha. By the way one of the first reviews of Gen 2 at HD does mention that the side locking mechanism is very loose as you pointed out
Yes, the off-gassing is annoying. When I get a new box, that sucker sits, lid open, in my detached (and air-leaky) garage for a week or two before I use it. That helps a lot. I have the same issue with 27-gallon storage bins. Just a fact of injection-molded life, for any product that seals air inside while it sits on the shelf waiting to be sold.
Hey man great video! Do you happen to have the SKU number for the small box? I managed to pick up the large roller and medium box but cant find the small one anywhere?
Here’s the new small 1/2 size organizer www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGID-2-0-Pro-Gear-System-22-in-Compact-Tool-and-Small-Parts-Organizer-Tool-box-254071/320483591 And here’s the new small tool box pro gear 2.0 www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGID-2-0-Pro-Gear-System-Power-Tool-Case-and-Storage-Tool-Box-254069/320483553 Good luck!
Yes the new parts organizer works with the 28” rolling tool box. It’s 24.97 with 7 compartments. www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGID-2-0-Pro-Gear-System-22-in-Compact-Tool-and-Small-Parts-Organizer-Tool-box-254071/320483591
No, but you can easily take it off. I didn’t show in the video, but you can take the plastic inserts out of the bottom of the handles, and the the handle will pull all of the way out without having to remove the wheels.
They have just been showing up in select stores. They were on the website for a day, but showed unavailable to order. And the next day they took them off the website. Only 1 of our 5 stores in Birmingham has them, but they have about 10 of each. No small parts containers.
They have just been showing up in select stores. They were on the website for a day, but showed unavailable to order. And the next day they took them off the website. Only 1 of our 5 stores in Birmingham has them, but they have about 10 of each. No small parts containers.
Thanks for review. I bought the new Rigid drawers. They actually have them out !! Then I come home and realized they are too heavy. Cant please a customer I guess,, hehe. I had to return them they just were not for me . I go up and down stairs with the different Rigid boxes in and out of customers homes, stairs, truck, etc. I was almost looking at the smaller Husky Connect 22 system. They have smaller drawers, and look very portable and easy to access just by stacking them how you want the drawers etc. Only problem on those is, the wheels dont clear steps. So if you have a couple steps to roll down, and roll to your truck. I dont think the wheels are no where near as good as the Rigid system. The tip you gave on the top small box, tilting it back on the Gen 1 is golden. You put it on top , and you can set up a few lighter things there to set up a work station !
I'm glad they made the old and new compatible. I was an early adopter of these when they hit the market. I have a dozen or so and love them. I like the upgrades you demonstrate and have been waiting to see them compete with the versatility and organization of their competitors. The mix of the old and new will be really helpful on the job site.
I never knew you could open the lid all the way! Thanks for the tip and the details. I really like the bottom unit having front latches and being able to open stacked boxes without dropping the handle.
Glad to see it’s backwards compatible! Looks like a great system for the price. Please keep us updated on how it continues to work for you!
Great video. Loved the close-ups on the dividers & the hinges.
I use these boxes for my photography kit (along with Kaizen Inserts) and absolutely love them. I just learned about the 2.0 and the creepy youtube algorithm decided to show me this video! Thank you so much for the detail. I appreciate seeing the wall brackets. I could not tell from the HD site that they were so large. Makes more sense now. I also did not know that the lid could open all the way! Does the new system still have the slots for the security bar? I do not see them. That's something I like having because I leave my gear on the sidelines at some large sporting events and it's nice to know someone can't lift one of the smaller boxes and walk off. Thanks agian!
you should make a video on what that looks like. Im thinking of adding kaizen foam and water proof plug that way I can charge laptop and batteries etc.
I can see that locking these boxes wouldn't really stop anyone from getting in there and getting things out. Why not put lock holes on both ends?
I've known about the integrated wire that holds up the v1.0 box lid for a long time, but it never occurred to me it could be popped off! Very cool, thanks for pointing that out!
Thx for the comment!
I've got two sets of the "old style" and have been happy with them. I did check out the 2.0 but the boxes seem thinner and not as ridgid and the rolling cart handles have a tendence to break. If they still had the orginal veresion I'd gladly buy another set, I'll pass on the 2.0 version.
I loved the old ones with the same parts organizers as the parts organizer box. That made them interchangeable.
I’ve been buying them up as i find them. $19 is awesome deal. Eventually they’ll break up the $60 2 packs that they still have on HD website.
2.0 ones are great, but i do wish a different locking system when stacking them up, i'm not too confident about the latch style, i prefer a more secure fit that's easy on, and easy out, that's my only gripe.
Great review Thanks. I like my Ridgid 1.0 but the 2.0 latches are a HUGE improvement. Can't beat the price compared to pack out. Glad they made it compatible with the 1.0 nice job Ridgid. Now let's check out the FLEX system next.
Check out my videos on the med and large box. The large box with removable wheels is nice and I show the wall cleats.
ua-cam.com/video/QyJNJ8qxq1w/v-deo.html
Cager, what in particular bothers you about the v1.0 latches? I've never really had a large problem with mine, except for ONE that had its padlock loop mis-stamped at the factory, giving it a small but very sharp point sticking out. Had to file off that pointy flaw, or else it kept scratching/cutting my hand when I'd close the latch. But that one latch is the only I'd ever seen with that issue.
My HD In Massachusetts selling these GEN1 boxes for $20! Great deal. I bought a few of them. Love the GEN1.
Aside from the small parts box I’m not too excited about the GEN2. I’ll wait until the dust settles on this roll out.
Same here.. I bought 2 complete systems. Can't go wrong with a good toolbox deal.
Yes, but for the 2 small parts box whe have to buy the new small box to fit that in. aghhhh!
I have to wonder if Ridgid/HD are trying to push the v1.0 boxes out of stock and gone forever as quickly as possible. This is by contrast with how DeWalt's ToughSystem 1.0 boxes were phased out over a rather long time... you can still get 'em in some places.
The combination of really low v1.0 current pricing, plus the sudden disappearance of all stock in my area despite the fact they've been discounted for the past 5-6 weeks (before anybody even knew that a v2.0 was getting released!) is pretty worrying. I like my v1.0 stuff, and I hope they're still available for a while... not to mention at this time, they're about 40% cheaper.
I live in St. Thomas USVI and I got the large box with wheels for $89.98. When I saw it, I grabbed it immediately as it was 1 of 2 available. I hope we get the medium box and the small box as well as the small parts organizers. I have all of the gen 1 boxes including the cooler, the 28 inch rolling tool box and the pro box basket. I wish i could find the circle toolbox, but that is a unicorn. Thanks for your videos.
I passed on the round box so many times, even on clearance… should have picked one up just for the novelty, but not being able to stack on it, was useless.
@@donniestoolthoughts9209 if you come accross a round toolbox - please let me know, I will buy it. I'm interested in the husky hybrid stackable toolbox bags too.
Yeah that circle one is going to be hard to find, keep an eye on ebay.
Great informative review. Thank you for making this.
Kinda like it’s Ryobi cousin, but I like those hanging brackets better than Ryobi’s link system honestly. More cost effective in my opinion.
Some of the ryobi wall brackets are interesting, but overpriced. Ridgid is including the brackets. I show them on the wall at the end of the large box video.
The mobile tool box that's 28" , I think has the same lips on top as well. I have it and I was hoping it was for something like a smaller organizer.
Yes, they will hold the small organizers.
@@donniestoolthoughts9209 I’m waiting for them to make a drawer system. If they do that it’s game changer for Ridgid. 2 or 3 drawers
I don't live in Europe so I can't affordably attain the Milwaukee PACKOUT system in black. PACKOUT is just too flashy and screams "steal me!"
This seems like a good alternative, if not as extensive as the PACKOUT system.
Why don't they make large drawer boxes , so you can get tools without uncoupling your rolling set-up ?? I'm almost considering switching , even though I have the Rigid rolling tool box set up now...
Thanks Man ! I didn't know about these. Was hoping they would do something. Thanks Again
Love the brackets 16" on center. I have a few of the old boxes and I really find value in them for the money. Looking forward to seeing what else comes out. Maybe ill get the cooler for Christmas XD
They’re not Yeti quality at cooling, but they don’t sweat.
Does the new box stink like the old ones with that gassy oily smell? Thank you for doing these videos.
Yes, same Smell. The smell does wear off overtime my boxes that are 10 years old have no smell anymore🤔
@@donniestoolthoughts9209 ha ha. By the way one of the first reviews of Gen 2 at HD does mention that the side locking mechanism is very loose as you pointed out
Yes, the off-gassing is annoying. When I get a new box, that sucker sits, lid open, in my detached (and air-leaky) garage for a week or two before I use it. That helps a lot. I have the same issue with 27-gallon storage bins. Just a fact of injection-molded life, for any product that seals air inside while it sits on the shelf waiting to be sold.
@@floobertuber
Thank you
How is the flexion of the boxes?I know some are not very rigid..thanks for the video
Hey man great video! Do you happen to have the SKU number for the small box? I managed to pick up the large roller and medium box but cant find the small one anywhere?
Here’s the new small 1/2 size organizer
www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGID-2-0-Pro-Gear-System-22-in-Compact-Tool-and-Small-Parts-Organizer-Tool-box-254071/320483591
And here’s the new small tool box pro gear 2.0
www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGID-2-0-Pro-Gear-System-Power-Tool-Case-and-Storage-Tool-Box-254069/320483553
Good luck!
@@donniestoolthoughts9209 Thanks man! Picked up the full set and figured I'd do a review as well!
I have the 28" rolling tool box and it has different style cleats on the top as well. I wonder if the half boxes will work with it?
Yes the new parts organizer works with the 28” rolling tool box.
It’s 24.97 with 7 compartments.
www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGID-2-0-Pro-Gear-System-22-in-Compact-Tool-and-Small-Parts-Organizer-Tool-box-254071/320483591
Which do you prefer? 1.0 or 2.0 ?
Great review. I prefer the old version
RIDGID 1.0 + 30% Milwaukee Packout = RIDGID 2.0
Im glad that the best system leading the other(RIDGID, FLEX and more) to become better.
Will the handle go down low enough to fit under truck tonneau cover?
No, but you can easily take it off. I didn’t show in the video, but you can take the plastic inserts out of the bottom of the handles, and the the handle will pull all of the way out without having to remove the wheels.
What about the bottom box, the wheels separate from the box? Is the lid hinged or it is the same as gen 1?
Here's the video for the large box. Wheels come off, hinged lid, available without wheels. ua-cam.com/video/eOf2FlbIXsU/v-deo.html
Where is the video to take the liner out of the top on the old model?
Dude! Where did you get them?! I need the 2.0, desperately.
Thanks for the video… so cool!
They have just been showing up in select stores. They were on the website for a day, but showed unavailable to order. And the next day they took them off the website. Only 1 of our 5 stores in Birmingham has them, but they have about 10 of each. No small parts containers.
Why did they keep taking them off their website
@@donniestoolthoughts9209 ok, cool. So, anytime now…. is the big box with wheel the same height as the old one? 🤞
@@BLASTIC0 Here's the video about the XL box with wheels. ua-cam.com/video/eOf2FlbIXsU/v-deo.html
When is it gonna be released to order
They have just been showing up in select stores. They were on the website for a day, but showed unavailable to order. And the next day they took them off the website. Only 1 of our 5 stores in Birmingham has them, but they have about 10 of each. No small parts containers.
Ohh man
I just got the old version
They are a great value right now. I've been picking up the small and medium boxes and they are 100% compatible with the new Gen 2 boxes.
I want one so bad